Fakir Mohan University (FM University)
The Fakir Mohan University in Balasore was established by the Government of Odisha, under Section 32 of the Odisha Universities Act, 1989 (Act 5 of 1989) and is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC). It was carved out of the Utkal University in 1999 and acts as an affiliating university. FM University has emerged as one of the top government higher educational institutions in terms of National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) grading as the varsity get the ‘A’ rank. Fakir Mohan University (FMU) is considered one of the best universities in Odisha and offers a diverse range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in humanities, science, commerce, law, and management. It has collaborations with national and international institutions for research projects. FMU has a team of highly qualified and experienced faculty members who contribute to research and academic excellence. FMU has produced many successful professionals in various fields, including academia, administration, business, and research. Compared to private universities, FMU provides quality education at an affordable cost, making higher education accessible to more students. Fakir Mohan University stands out as one of the top universities in Odisha, offering quality education with strong research opportunities and industry connections.
Along with post Graduate and M.Phil programs, the university offers professional courses like MBA, MCA, and LL.M., which are designed to enhance employ-ability.